What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Manager position at ALSO Youth?
The Program Manager leads the design, delivery, and evaluation of youth programs that support, empower, and uplift LGBTQ youth across Sarasota and Manatee Counties. This role oversees program scheduling, volunteer coordination, youth leadership, and community engagement, ensuring safe, developmentally appropriate, and inclusive programming. The Program Manager supports a youth community that averages approximately 75 unique participants per month, with over 30 events held across sites.
Key Responsibilities
Program Planning & Execution
- Develop a monthly calendar of ~30 youth programs, approved by the Executive Director.
- Coordinate guest speakers, support groups, and off-site events with partners.
- Design and publish program calendars using Canva; ensure timely updates to website and materials.
- Execute day-to-day programs with support from the Program Assistant, including set-up, facilitation, and clean-up.
- Lead special initiatives:
- Camp True Colors (Spring & Summer)
- Adulthood 101 workshops
- Art & Creative Expression programming
- GED Support, Prom, and Rainbow Library maintenance
Youth Leadership & Development
- Oversee the Youth Leadership Program:
- Plan and facilitate monthly meetings
- Communicate via Discord and email
- Guide youth-led service projects
- Track youth volunteer hours and assist with documentation (e.g., Bright Futures)
- Write recommendation letters as requested for youth (school, jobs, scholarships)
Volunteer Coordination
- Manage ~100 volunteers via the POINT platform
- Post monthly volunteer needs and communicate logistics
- Support volunteer onboarding and training
- Schedule and supervise the Program Assistant (including check-ins and performance reviews)
Program Administration
- Track and maintain attendance, registration, and incident records (digital paper)
- Maintain youth safety logs and incident documentation (including mandated reports as needed)
- Ensure youth medical info and identity preferences are up to date (name/pronoun changes)
- Submit monthly supply receipts, coded by program and using tax-exempt protocols
- Produce a monthly program report for the Executive Director and Board
Communications & Community Engagement
- Serve as point of contact for program-related emails (programs@alsoyouth.org)
- Collaborate with local partners to co-host events and enrich programming
- Promote partner events when aligned with mission
- Moderate the ALSO Youth Discord server and manage community culture within
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Youth Development, Education, Social Work, or equivalent experience
- 2–3 years experience in nonprofit program management or youth engagement
- Deep understanding of LGBTQ youth issues and best practices in inclusive programming
- Highly organized, self-directed, and responsive
- Willing to work evenings and occasional weekends
- Tech proficiency: Canva, Microsoft Office/SharePoint, Discord, and POINT (training available)
- Must pass a background check and complete youth safety training (e.g., FALCON Supervisor)
Compensation
- Salary: $50,000/year
- Classification: Non-exempt
- Benefits eligibility based on hours worked (details provided upon offer)
How to Apply:
- Email employment, application, resume, and cover letter to ED@ALSOYouth.org by April 24, 2025
- Click the link below to view/download the employment application and the full position description.
- https://www.alsoyouth.org/get-involved/careers
Applications will be accepted through April 24, 2025.
Salary : $50,000